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Johnny Depp Says He’d Return as Jack Sparrow in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’ for Only One Reason: ‘I Want to Send Them Off on a Better Note’
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Johnny Depp has said he would return as Jack Sparrow in a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film only if it could send the franchise off on a better note. He has not confirmed his involvement, but said he trusts producer Jerry Bruckheimer and would work with him.
Bruckheimer has spoken with Depp about a new film, but the screenplay is still being developed. Depp starred in five films between 2003 and 2017; the series has earned $4.5 billion worldwide, with two instalments each taking more than $1 billion. Depp’s return has remained uncertain since his legal battles, and he is now preparing to return to studio films with Ebenezer.
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In short
- Depp says he wants a better ending for the Pirates franchise.
- He has not confirmed a return as Jack Sparrow.
- A sixth film’s screenplay is still in development.
How this story developed
- 52 minutes ago Johnny Depp says he would consider returning as Jack Sparrow in a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film if it could give the franchise a better ending. He has not confirmed his involvement, but said he trusts producer Jerry Bruckheimer and would work with him.
- 54 minutes ago Johnny Depp has said he would return as Jack Sparrow in a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film only if it could send the franchise off on a better note.
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The case for
A final appearance could give Jack Sparrow and the long-running series a more satisfying send-off, especially for viewers who feel the earlier films left the character’s story unfinished. Depp’s trust in producer Jerry Bruckheimer may also make a return workable, while his role in the franchise’s success gives him a strong connection to its legacy.
The case against
The series could make a fresh start with new characters and avoid relying on a familiar star to carry its next chapter. A sixth film is still in development, and bringing Depp back amid uncertainty about his involvement could complicate production or distract from the story; the franchise may be better served by ending without another sequel.
Explained simply
The Pirates of the Caribbean films are a Disney adventure series centred on Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp. Depp appeared in five films released between 2003 and 2017, and the series has earned about $4.5 billion worldwide.
Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has discussed another film with Depp, but its screenplay is still being developed and Depp has not confirmed he will take part. His possible return has remained uncertain since his legal battles, while he prepares to return to studio films with Ebenezer.